The 37-year-old Federer sent his 23-year-old opponent from Britain back to reality in a one-sided match lasting just 57 minutes. 15-ranked Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets on Saturday in one of the biggest victories of his career, but was outclassed in his first match against Federer. "This was a great start but obviously a long way to go here and in Melbourne," Federer said. Federer started the match nervously and dropped the first three points, but dug out of a hole with trademark clutch serving. Norrie saved two set points in the sixth game to get on the scoreboard and earn applause from the near capacity crowd.

Source: Philippine Star December 30, 2018 16:41 UTC